What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Start Teacher Assistant position at United Community Action Program, Head Start and Early Head Start?
Head Start Teacher Assistant
United Community Action Program, Inc. (UCAP) is seeking a caring, dedicated, and enthusiastic Head Start Teacher Assistant to join our team! This is an excellent opportunity for an early childhood professional who is passionate about supporting the growth and development of infants and toddlers.
Qualifications
Applicants must possess a High School Diploma or GED and meet the minimum credential requirements of a Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate or an Oklahoma Certificate of Mastery/equivalent state certificate program.
Preference will be given to candidates with an Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, including appropriate coursework focused on children from birth to three years of age.
Starting Hourly Salary
Your starting wage will be based on your education and credentials:
- Apprentice Head Start Teacher Assistant (without CDA): $12.80/hour
- CDA will be required.
- CDA – Preschool: $15.00/hour
- Certificate of Mastery: $16.25/hour
- Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development: $18.70/hour
- Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development: $23.20/hour
Outstanding Benefits - UCAP offers a superior benefits package, including:
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- Medical Insurance — UCAP pays $400 per month
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance — UCAP pays the first $20,000 of coverage
- Retirement Plan — UCAP matches contributions up to 10%
- Professional Development Assistance in Early Childhood Education
Paid Holidays & Breaks
Employees also enjoy numerous paid holidays and breaks, including:
- New Year’s Day
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- Labor Day
- Fall Break
- Thanksgiving Holiday — Wednesday through Friday
- Christmas Holiday — 4 paid weekdays
How to Apply
Ready to make a difference in the lives of young children and families?
Online: https://ucapinc.org/apply Select "Apply Now" to complete the online Intake Application.
Employment Requirements
All positions with United Community Action Program, Inc. Head Start require successful completion of:
- A Comprehensive Child Care Background Check
- A Drug Screening
Important: UCAP is a federally funded organization. Under federal law, marijuana (THC) remains classified as a Schedule I controlled substance, regardless of state laws permitting medical or recreational marijuana use. Therefore, marijuana use is prohibited in all UCAP workplaces and programs.
Medical Marijuana Cards are not accepted as an exemption to this policy.
Join the UCAP Team!
If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to help infants, toddlers, and families thrive, we encourage you to apply today!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $12.80 - $23.20 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $23